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The Throne Speech is set to be delivered at the Manitoba Legislative Building this Tuesday, and Portage MLA Jeff Bereza has some thoughts on what he'd like to see outlined.

AgSafe Alberta has added another level to its FARMERS CARE program.

Level 4 is now available at AgSafeAB.ca. 

This free program provides valuable safety information that agricultural producers can navigate at their own pace.

All levels of FARMERS CARE cover a wealth of valuable information in a condensed format, avoiding the major time commitment that typically comes with intensive safety courses.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ bid for a third Grey Cup in five years ended in heartbreak as the Toronto Argonauts delivered a commanding 41-24 victory in the 111th Grey Cup.

Toronto’s victory was led by backup quarterback Nick Arbuckle, thrust into the spotlight after starter Chad Kelly sustained a leg injury in the Eastern Final.

Arbuckle rose to the occasion, throwing for 252 yards and two touchdowns in a poised performance that belied his backup status.

After starting their baseball careers in Portage la Prairie, twins Matt and Lindsey Dahl have been announced as inductees into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame.

Matt says that the honour was quite unexpected.

"It was a surprise to me actually, but it was an honour to be considered for that. It's a game I love to play and I still love being around the game. To be recognized for the time I put in at the diamond is a great honour."

The Austin Hall was filled with generosity this past week as the North Norfolk Foundation hosted its first-ever Matching Dollar Challenge. It was a busy evening and when all the donations were tallied and matched, a total of nearly $40,000 will go out to four local organizations.  

Karen Guth, President of the North Norfolk Foundation, couldn’t have been more thrilled with the turnout.

The Portage Terriers got back to their winning ways on Saturday night beating the Northern Manitoba Blizzard 3-2.

After starting slowly against the Blizzard on Friday, Portage came out much stronger in the first period. Cam Bullinger and Nolan Nenow caused a turnover in the corner and hit Scott Cousins in the slot with a pass. He made no mistake low blocker to open the scoring. The Blizzard would respond with Marlen Edwards coming out from the corner and beating Mitchell Kathler over his glove. 1-1 after 1.

A spokesperson for CAA says now is the time to make sure your vehicle is ready for the winter driving season.

Nadia Matos is Manager of External Communications with CAA. She says when daytime highs are a consistent seven degrees for one week, you should consider getting your winter tires installed. 

"If you haven't already booked your appointment with your mechanic, do so, the snow is coming, we know it is," she says. "It's really kind of take action right now."

Quinton Blair took home the Male Artist of the Year award at the 2024 Manitoba Country Music Awards. Following the win, Blair shared his thoughts on the recognition, the importance of his bandmates, and his hopes for the future of Manitoba's country music scene.

"It’s nice to know that your peers recognize the hard work you put in every day. It's a testament to the effort of my band, who show up every night with me. We work hard, and it’s rewarding to see that hard work pay off." 

As the Winnipeg Blue Bombers gear up for Sunday’s Grey Cup against the Toronto Argonauts, Head Coach Mike O’Shea emphasized the team’s meticulous preparation, camaraderie, an

Ottawa has concluded negotiations for a trade deal with Indonesia and is proposing nuclear-energy collaboration with Southeast Asian leaders.

The moves are a show of faith for multilateralism as the re-election of Donald Trump in the United States is raising fears of further strain in global co-operation on trade and the environment.